Wisdom from the Hardwood

Much of what I have learned in life, I learned in the context of being around coaches trying to get young men to compete effectively. Here are the most important words of wisdom from the hardwood that I have heard.

"It is not that will to win that is most important, but the will to prepare to win that is." Coach Bobby Knight

"The strong take from the weak, but the smart take from the strong." Coach Pete Carril

"You haven't taught until they have learned." Coach John Wooden

There are obviously many others that can be drawn for other basketball coaches, but also from other sports as well as other human endeavors. What are your favorite quotes that attempt to communicate basic truths and inspire individuals to discovery their competitive advantage?

'Bennett gives readers the chance to adopt a winning attitude that is applicable to all areas of life. A child of a broken home and the father of two disabled children, Wayne's own stories are filled with a truth and integrity that is nothing short of inspirational. He shares his wisdom on subjects such as mateship, self confidence, discipline and family values, and throughout the text endeavours to put across a message he believes is applicable to everybody. "Not everyone in sport can win. For some the only prize can be the character they have built within. It can also be the greatest prize of all."'